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Accolade Healthcare is pleased to welcome Karen Christensen to our team. With a career dedicated entirely to long-term care, Karen brings extensive experience, a passion for serving seniors, and a commitment to excellence in skilled nursing leadership.

Accolade Healthcare is pleased to welcome Katrina Ireland as our new Regional Nurse Consultant.

Having a consistent routine can provide comfort, stability, and a sense of purpose for older adults. Knowing what to expect throughout the day can help reduce stress and make everyday life feel more manageable.

Every resident has unique needs, preferences, and goals. That’s why personalized care plans are an essential part of the care provided in a nursing home. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, care plans are designed to ensure each resident receives the support that’s right for them.

Memory care is specialized, around-the-clock support designed specifically for people living with dementia and other forms of cognitive decline. It goes beyond general skilled nursing — the environment, the staff, and the daily routine are all built with one purpose in mind: safety, dignity, and quality of life.

After an illness, injury, or hospital stay, many seniors need additional support to regain strength and independence. Therapy services play a vital role in helping residents recover safely and improve their quality of life.

Short-term rehabilitation is goal-oriented skilled nursing care focused on recovery after a hospitalization, surgery, or health event. Unlike long-term care, it isn’t permanent — the goal is always to rebuild strength and independence and return home as safely and quickly as possible.

As we grow older, staying socially connected becomes just as important as staying physically healthy. Regular social interaction can improve mood, reduce feelings of loneliness, and help seniors maintain a higher quality of life.

In a nursing home setting, social activities play a major role in supporting residents’ emotional and mental well-being.

A skilled nursing facility — often shortened to SNF — provides round-the-clock medical care, rehabilitation, and support for people whose needs go beyond what home can offer. For many families, it becomes the bridge between hospital and home — and sometimes, home itself.

Long-term care — sometimes called custodial care — provides ongoing support for people who need help with daily living, chronic conditions, or cognitive decline. Unlike short-term rehab, it isn’t about recovery and discharge. It’s about consistent, dignified care for as long as someone needs it.

SAVOY, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — Commanders of the American Legion gathered in Savoy to present the National Legacy Award to J Richard Stillwell of Champaign for his decades of service to the organization.

Moving a loved one into a nursing home can be an emotional and overwhelming experience. It’s normal to feel worry or guilt, but there are simple ways to make the transition smoother and more comfortable for everyone involved.

When a loved one needs additional support after a hospital stay, families are often introduced to two common terms: short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. While

What We’ve Learned When it comes to long-term care, there are many misunderstandings. These myths can make families feel anxious or unsure about choosing a

We are excited to share that Kenzie Burke has been promoted to Assistant Administrator at Accolade Healthcare of Pontiac! Kenzie has been a valued member

We are thrilled to celebrate Tracy Carleton joining Accolade Healthcare’s Leadership Team as the Regional Business Office Manager.  This year will mark 15 years that

We are thrilled to announce the addition of our newest team member, Jamie Patton, who has joined Accolade Healthcare of Pontiac as our new Administrator.

The “WHY” behind Accolade Healthcare is our amazing employees. Accolade Healthcare strives to create a culture that employees want to come into work each and

Big changes are on the way for a Champaign County nursing home. The facility has new owners, and they have Central Illinois roots. Accolade Healthcare